Old King Cole Would Approve
Humidors aren't just for cigars. They can be for anything valuable yet perishable that needs to be kept in a humidity-controlled environment. Pipe tobacco, for example. This brings us to a great gift for anyone who savors the satisfaction of a good pipe: a combination pipe rack and humidor, or a pipe rack with a space for a humidor.
Great Form, but Functional Most of All
A pipe rack and humidor make for a handsome display. Pipe smoking isn't just a pastime, it's a lifestyle. It's something to take pleasure in, and the gift of a pipe rack and humidor recognizes it as such.
Like cigars, wine, and fine art, pipe tobacco needs to be properly cared for as it's allowed to age. It needs to be kept under perfect conditions, and a humidor helps keep those conditions just so. Too much moisture, and the pipe tobacco is no good. Too little moisture, and it dries out. With a pipe rack and humidor, your pipe enthusiast can display his pipes and keep his tobacco all in one place, looking great, ready to go.
A humidor allows a pipe smoker to buy more tobacco. While this adds convenience, as you're not worried about running out and constantly having to buy more, it also saves money. Tobacco is more affordable when you buy in bulk. A humidor seems like an extravagance, but in fact, it helps save money in the long run.
Just Like the Old Nursery Rhyme
This isn't just a great gift, it's a gift fit for a king. Like the old Mother Goose rhyme says: "Old King Cole was a merry old soul. And a merry old soul was he. He called for his pipe. And he called for his bowl ... "
This is what he was calling for! He was asking for a pipe rack and humidor.
Other Pipe Accessories
The purchase of a pipe rack and humidor marks the arrival of a serious pipe enthusiast. Tampers, lighters, pipe cleaners, and pipe tools are other accessories he'll have his eye on now.